League of Mn Cities Ins. Agent Dave Sherman was present
to discuss the excess liability insurance as part of the renewal package.
After review and discussion, Ollig motioned to purchase a $1,000,000 annual
excess liability with a premium of $2,519.00, without waiving the statutory
limit. Quast seconded, unanimously carried.

Mayor then called for the continuation of the assessment
hearing from the previous meeting. Podhradsky informed the property owners
present that after more discussion with the County, the cost of the per
foot was estimated now at $9.50. County Engineer Kjonnas, along with the
project engineer, was present for questions and discussion. Kjonnas explained
to those present that in order to receive funding for projects, there is
specific criteria that must be met, which includes curb and gutter on this
improvement. After discussion, those still having questions were given the
opportunity to meet with the engineers with concerns. Wiemiller motioned
to adopt Resolution No. 353-02-02-01, approving and ordering the Joint Improvement
Project of 6th St. No., to the county line, with estimated cost to City
of $85,000.00, assessing curb and gutter to abutting parcels, empowering
the Mayor and Clerk to sign. Ollig seconded, unanimously carried.

Members of the fire department were present with specifications
for the 2,000 gallon tanker. (The vehicle had previously been approved by
the fire board). After discussion, Ollig motioned to approve the plans and
specifications, to proceed with advertising for bids, with an opening on
Mar. 22, 2001. Quast seconded, unanimously carried.

Natural Nutrients, LLC Minnesota, President Bob Solazar;
V. Pres.and Gen Mgr. Jerry Roberts and Finance Specialist Brian Nelson were
present with a proposal to purchase the former Mid America, DFA building
to produce, from ethanol by-product, natural animal feed supplements, and
natural glycerin. They have been working with the MN Dept. Of Trade and
Economic Development, in securing some financial assistance. The building
will need to have additional equipment added and some renovation of the
existing equipment to produce their products. They will generate approximately
25 percent of the wastewater that DFA had. After discussion, Ollig motioned
to adopt Resolution No. 352-02-06-01, Reciting a Proposal For a Small Issue
of Industrial Development Project, taking official Action, Giving Preliminary
Approval to the Project, Pursuant to Mn. Municipal Industrial Development
Act, Authorizing the Application for Allocation of Bonding Authority (maximum
amount of $6,000,000) from the Dept. Of Finance, and Calling for the Public
Hearing, to be held on Feb. 27, 2001 at 7:00 P.M. Quast seconded, unanimously
carried.

Re-design of the city's Web site, and maintenance agreement
was discussed. After history, review and discussion, Quast motioned to accept
a maintenance agreement of $63.00 per month, and re-design of the site,
maximum cost of $650.00, along with the existing hosting and storing of
the site. Wiemiller seconded, unanimously carried.

Chief Henrich was present with quotes for a 2001 squad.
He had received three quotes. After Council discussion with the Chief regarding
the quote process, Quast motioned to accept the low quote from Waconia Ford,
in the amount of $19,414.20 with trade. Ollig seconded, unanimously carried.

Kendal Kubasch, Limitless, Inc., presented a preliminary
design of a senior housing development he wishes to pursue on property at
320 Linden Ave. W. This will be handled through the planning commission,
with final approval of the City Council.

The annexation of SJF properties was discussed with Council.
The City's Attorney was instructed to pursue the annexation of all land,
as marked, with the exception of the south 16 Acres.

Wiemiller motioned to add the following appointment for
2001:

Winsted Airport Commission: Arden Johnson, Kevin Kubasch,
Felix Quast

Attorneys Theis & Long

Ollig seconded, unanimously carried.

With the City promoting the community, and to assist in
continuation of the Annual Legion Days Festival, and providing coverage,
under the policy, Quast motioned to appoint the following to the Winsted
Festival Committee: